New on immigration

New on immigration

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Thousands of Mexicans that were deported from Southern California after signing their “voluntary deportations” will be able to return to the U.S. to regularize their immigration status, after the decision of a federal judge. This decision came after the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) sued in June 2013, alleging that federal agents were harassing and providing false information to immigrants to coerce them into signing voluntary deportations, without granting them the opportunity of an audience before a judge.

Meanwhile, the U.S. Government will grant work authorization to spouses of those holding visas H-1B, while they wait for their permanent residence. The measure will be effective on May 26th, according to USCIS. The H-1B visa is usually granted to foreigners with a specialized profession or with exceptional merits.